The Carolina Panthers went into Atlanta and effectively got their head coach and general manager fired. The win marked three straight for the Cats, who are really starting to get some respect nationally. Let’s start this week’s Power Rankings, as always, with ESPN:
19. Carolina Panthers (3-2)
Week 5 ranking: 22
Biggest weakness: Run defense
For all the concerns about a young secondary coming into the season, the run defense has been the biggest weakness. The Panthers are giving up 135 yards per game to rank among the bottom half of the NFL.